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Mexico’s critically endangered axolotl proves an international success
Mexico’s axolotl, a critically endangered species native to highland lakes, faces habitat loss and pollution but thrives in global aquariums and as a popular pet. Legal protections under CITES regulate its trade, while its appeal in media like Minecraft boosts its captive population.
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